Arginine HCl

INCI: ARGININE HCL

CAS Number
1119-34-2
Function
Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes CIR: Safe as used; ฮฑ-amino acids and their salts reviewed

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Safe at cosmetic use levels; compatible with acidic formulations without raising pH

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arginine HCl safe in cosmetics?

Safe at cosmetic use levels; compatible with acidic formulations without raising pH The EU classifies Arginine HCl as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Arginine HCl allowed in the EU?

Arginine HCl EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Arginine HCl do in cosmetics?

Arginine HCl functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1119-34-2.

What is the Margin of Safety for Arginine HCl?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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